Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Classic Uptown Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (38 Rentals)

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Fair Plaza Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Plaza Apartments

5901 Alice Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Somerset Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Lofts

700 Truman St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Nova Peak
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Nova Peak

1200 Louisiana Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Nova Ridge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nova Ridge

1311 Louisiana Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Los Altos Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Altos Lofts

10330 Hotel Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87123
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San Mateo Suites
Studio Apartments

San Mateo Suites

5001 San Mateo Ln NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
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ABQ Encore
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

ABQ Encore

810 Eubank Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87123
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The Villas @ Uptown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas @ Uptown

6230 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Uptown Horizon
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Horizon

7601 Lomas Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Virginian Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Virginian Apartments

1400 Virginia St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Uptown Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Gardens

1113 Pennsylvania St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Barcelona Suites
Studio Apartments

Barcelona Suites

900 Louisiana Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Classic Uptown, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Classic Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Classic Uptown area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Canyon Crest priced from $723. Encanto Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $779. Here are the most affordable Classic Uptown apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canyon Crest1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$723
Encanto Lofts ApartmentsJuniper - Studio + DenStudio,1BA$779
ABQ EncoreStudioStudio,1BA$799
Nova Point Gated Community0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$800
Nova Peak1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800
The Villas @ UptownStudio ClassicStudio,1BA$800
Via ApartmentsStudio TCStudio,1BA$801
Lexington Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$840
Mission Hill ApartmentsThe Willow1BR,1BA$849
Sedona RidgeZuni1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Classic Uptown, NM

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Classic Uptown area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Enclave in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,474. The second greatest value Classic Uptown apartment is the Jemez Platinum Model at Milo starting at $1,245 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Classic Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Enclave2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.31
MiloJemez Platinum2BR,1BA$1.31
Nob Hill Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.49
Pinon TerraceOne Bedroom - Fully Remodeled1BR,1BA$1.36
Canyon Crest2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.44
Villas Del Cielo1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Sunset PointeSM1X11BR,1BA$1.45
Wyoming Place Apartments1 Bed A1BR,1BA$1.45
Executive West - Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Mission Hill ApartmentsThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.48

The Student's Guide to Albuquerque: Top Neighborhoods That Put CNM and UNM Life Within Reach

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Classic Uptown, Albuquerque, and the greater Albuquerque area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Classic Uptown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Classic Uptown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Classic Uptown is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Classic Uptown?

The cheapest apartment in Classic Uptown is Canyon Crest which is listed at $723, while the average apartment in Classic Uptown costs $2,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Classic Uptown?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Classic Uptown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Classic Uptown?

Cheap apartments in Classic Uptown have an average cost of $323 which is $2,077 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Classic Uptown.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

Written by: Esther Lombardi

Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers culture, diversity, and beautiful landscapes. Each neighborhood blends historic charm with nature, education, and entertainment.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.